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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£320
  • Avg. price in US: ~$400
  • PassMark benchmark result: 10587
  • N. of physical cores: 6
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.5 GHz

Intel Core i7 9750H review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.5

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

3.7

Performance

18.0%

5.1

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

4.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.6

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.7

Platform

1.0%

7.0

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 4.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.9

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.8

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.1

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

  • 3.0
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.6

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i7-9750H is a high-performance mobile processor from the 9th Generation Coffee Lake Refresh H-series, featuring 6 cores, 12 threads, and a 12MB Intel Smart Cache. It operates at a base frequency of 2.60 GHz with a maximum turbo boost of up to 4.50 GHz and a 45W TDP, making it a powerful choice for gaming laptops and workstations. Its primary advantages include strong multi-threaded performance for demanding tasks like video editing and 3D rendering, as well as high single-core speeds that benefit gaming. However, common drawbacks include high power consumption compared to newer architectures and a tendency to suffer from thermal throttling under sustained heavy loads, often requiring robust cooling solutions to maintain peak performance.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i7 9750H

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.5
Intel Core i7 9750H has a technical score of 4.47 points, which is lower than that of 66.8% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i7 9750H has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.5

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

5.8
Intel Core i7 9750H has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.8 points, which is lower than 73.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core i7 9750H belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1440
Intel Core i7 9750H uses the FCBGA1440 CPU socket, which is older than that of 81.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.8% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

QM370, HM370
Intel Core i7 9750H supports QM370, HM370 chipsets, which is narrower compatibility than 61.9% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i7 9750H uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

6
Intel Core i7 9750H has 6 CPU cores, which is more than 49.9% of processors and equal to 13.4% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

12
Intel Core i7 9750H offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
Intel Core i7 9750H offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

4.5 GHz
Intel Core i7 9750H reaches a boost clock of 4.5 GHz which is higher than that of 56.5% of processors and equal to that of 5.4% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 2.6 GHz
Intel Core i7 9750H has a base clock of 6x2.6 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i7 9750H uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 14 nm
Intel Core i7 9750H is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

12 MB
Intel Core i7 9750H has an L3 cache of 12 MB which is larger than that of 54.4% of processors and equal to that of 9% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

1.5 MB
Intel Core i7 9750H has an L2 cache of 1.5 MB which is smaller than that of 62.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

384 KB
Intel Core i7 9750H has an L1 cache of 384 KB which is larger than that of 45% of processors and equal to that of 15.8% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/LPDDR3
Intel Core i7 9750H supports DDR DDR4/LPDDR3, which is newer than that of 58.1% of processors and equal to that of 2.1% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,133 MHz
Intel Core i7 9750H supports memory speeds up to 2133 MHz, which is lower than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to 8.8% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

2,666 MHz
Intel Core i7 9750H supports JEDEC memory speeds up to 2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 62.7% of processors and equal to 0.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

N/A
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

128 GB
Intel Core i7 9750H supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

yes
Intel Core i7 9750H includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 630
Intel Core i7 9750H uses the Intel UHD Graphics 630 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 44.3% of processors and equal to that in 8.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

24
Intel Core i7 9750H has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

350 MHz
Intel Core i7 9750H has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode)
Intel Core i7 9750H supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode/encode), VC-1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 77.1% of processors and equal to 0.3% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

45 W
Intel Core i7 9750H has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

45 W
Intel Core i7 9750H has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

55 W
Intel Core i7 9750H has a boost power of 55 W which is lower than that of 57.3% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i7 9750H has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i7 9750H supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 35 W
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Intel Core i7 9750H vs the average processor

  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 9750H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    Intel Core i7 9750H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.128 GB vs 64 GB
  • 4 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 9750H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 16+

    Intel Core i7 9750H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.12 vs 8
  • 16.3% smaller die size
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower die size than the average processor (149 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower die size than the average processor (149 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².149 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 9750H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    Intel Core i7 9750H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4
  • 4.7% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • Broader instruction support
    Intel Core i7 9750H supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, BMI1, BMI2, ADX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i7 9750H supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, BMI1, BMI2, ADX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, BMI1, BMI2, ADX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 35.9% faster classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,076.4 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >1500

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,076.4 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.1,076.37 vs 791.745
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 9750H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i7 9750H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Broader instruction support
    Intel Core i7 9750H supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, BMI1, BMI2, ADX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 4 more CPU threads
    Intel Core i7 9750H has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 4.7% higher boost clock
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 35.9% faster classroom rendering
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,076.4 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
  • 16.3% smaller die size
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower die size than the average processor (149 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 50% larger L3 cache
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i7 9750H has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i7 9750H has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core i7 9750H supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/LPDDR3 vs DDR4).

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 9750H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,440 vs FP2).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 9750H does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 8.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (441 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 7.6% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,359 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 3.7% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,390 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 9750H has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 40% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 27.3% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i7 9750H has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core i7 9750H has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.0.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 27.3% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=4800 MHz

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,133 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.2133 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • 8.9% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (441 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (441 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.441 vs 484
  • 40% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.1.5 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i7 9750H does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
    What it is: Built-in hardware support for accelerating encryption and cryptographic tasks.
    When it matters: When encryption speed or secure workloads matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i7 9750H does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.AES vs AES, SHA
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core i7 9750H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,440 vs FP2).
    What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core i7 9750H uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,440 vs FP2).FCBGA1440 vs FP2
  • 7.6% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,359 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core i7 9750H has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,359 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,359 vs 1,471
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What customers like about Intel Core i7 9750H?

  • Strong single-core performance with boost speeds up to 4.5 GHz, beneficial for gaming and lightly threaded tasks
  • Solid multi-threaded performance provided by 6 cores and 12 threads for content creation and multitasking
  • Increased L3 cache (12 MB) compared to previous generations, improving performance in cache-sensitive applications
  • Capable of handling modern games smoothly when paired with a competent discrete GPU
  • Widely available and often found in more affordable high-performance laptops compared to newer generations

What customers dislike about Intel Core i7 9750H?

  • Significant thermal issues with tendencies to run very hot (90°C+) and trigger thermal throttling under load
  • High power consumption (45W TDP) which negatively impacts battery life in portable devices
  • Incremental performance gains over its predecessor, the i7-8750H, making it a poor upgrade choice from 8th-gen
  • No longer competitive in multi-threaded efficiency compared to newer AMD Ryzen or 10th/11th Gen Intel alternatives
  • Locked multiplier prevents manual overclocking for users seeking additional performance overhead

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techspot.com
05/05/2020
Intel Core i7-10750H vs. i7-9750H Review

The TechSpot review by Hardware Unboxed characterizes the Intel Core i7-10750H as an unimpressive refresh of the i7-9750H, offering negligible performance gains. While featuring 6 cores and 12 threads, the 10750H provides only a 2-5% increase in multi-threaded tasks and 7-10% in single-threaded performance via higher boost clocks. Key shortcomings include lack of IPC improvements...Read more

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ultrabookreview.com
24/05/2019
Intel Core i7-9750H benchmarks and review, vs i7-8750H and i7-7700HQ

The UltrabookReview analysis concludes the Intel Core i7-9750H is a minor, incremental update to the i7-8750H, offering negligible performance gains (under 5%) for users upgrading from 8th-gen systems due to similar 14nm architecture. While it offers higher clock speeds (2.6 GHz base/4.5 GHz boost) and a 12 MB L3 cache, the real-world impact is minor, making it less of a...Read more

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techspot.com
21/05/2019
Intel Core i7-9750H vs. i7-8750H Review

The TechSpot review concludes that the Intel Core i7-9750H is a marginal, incremental update over its predecessor, the i7-8750H, rather than a significant generation leap. While the 9750H boasts higher clock speeds, performance gains are limited to a 5-10% increase in specific single-threaded tasks and minor improvements in content creation due to a larger 12MB L3 cache. However,...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/03/2026
Intel Core i7-9750H - LaptopMedia

The Intel Core i7-9750H is a 9th-generation 14nm processor for high-performance laptops featuring 6 cores and 12 threads with a 400 MHz higher clock speed and 12MB L3 cache compared to its predecessor. It offers strong single-core performance suitable for gaming and supports up to 128GB of RAM, though it largely represents an incremental refresh over the 8th-gen i7-8750H. While...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
30/03/2026
Intel Core i7-9750H Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i7-9750H is a 9th Gen Coffee Lake Refresh laptop processor featuring 6 cores, 12 threads, and a 4.5 GHz boost clock, commonly found in high-performance gaming and workstation laptops. According to Geekbench 6 data, it delivers strong multi-core performance for demanding tasks such as video editing, bolstered by an increased 12MB L3 cache. Key advantages of this...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
Intel Core i7-9750H @ 2.60GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i7-9750H is a 9th-gen "Coffee Lake" 6-core/12-thread mobile processor, operating at 2.6 GHz with up to 4.5 GHz boost. While offering strong multi-threaded performance for its era with a 12 MB L3 cache, it is now considered an older chip that struggles with modern, intensive tasks compared to newer alternatives. Pros include, solid performance for gaming and,...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
30/03/2026
Intel Core i7-9750H CL8068404121817 - CPU UserBenchmarks Would you like to compare this processor's performance against a specific newer model or see...

The Intel Core i7-9750H is a 9th-gen, 6-core/12-thread mobile processor that offers significant performance gains over its predecessor, the i7-8750H, with higher clock speeds and increased cache. Pros include strong multithreaded performance for content creation and high boost clocks of 4.5 GHz, making it excellent for gaming when paired with a strong GPU. However, its 14nm...Read more

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notebooks-und-mobiles.de
13/08/2019
Coffee Lake - Intel Core i7-9750H Review

The Intel Core i7-9750H, reviewed by Notebooks & Mobiles, is a 9th-generation "Coffee Lake Refresh" processor featuring 6 cores, 12 threads, and a 12MB L3 SmartCache. It offers 10–20% higher clock speeds (up to 4.5 GHz) than its predecessor, providing strong performance for gaming and content creation. While the chip delivers high-end power in mid-tier laptops, it is known to run...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
Mars 2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core i7-9750H (Single-Thread)

The CPU-Z validation for the Intel Core i7-9750H reports a single-thread score of 470, highlighting its 6-core, 12-thread performance capability for legacy, mid-range mobile laptops. This 14nm Coffee Lake chip delivers stable performance for daily tasks and moderate gaming, offering broad compatibility with modern and older Windows software. However, the processor demonstrates a...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
08/05/2019
Intel Core i7-9750H vs Intel Core i9-8950HK – the Core i9 takes the win but only just

The Intel Core i7-9750H is a 45W, six-core Coffee Lake HR processor offering a 400 MHz clock speed increase and 12MB L3 cache over the preceding i7-8750H. While providing strong performance for gaming and intensive tasks like video editing, real-world gains are often marginal, with benchmarks showing only a 1%–4% improvement over well-cooled 8th Gen predecessors. The processor's...Read more

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profesionalreview.com
08/04/2019
Laptop Core i7-9750H is 28% more powerful than its predecessor

The Intel Core i7-9750H is a solid, incremental upgrade over the i7-8750H, featuring a 400 MHz base/boost clock increase (up to 4.5 GHz) and an expanded 12MB L3 cache. These improvements provide a 5-10% boost in single-threaded tasks and gaming, with the added benefit of supporting higher RAM capacities. However, the, improvements in multi-core performance are minimal (3-5%), and...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
22/05/2020
Intel Core i7-10750H vs Core i7-9750H – just a refresh

LaptopMedia describes the Intel Core i7-10750H as a minor "refresh" of the i7-9750H, featuring the same 6-core/12-thread architecture, 12MB cache, and 45W TDP, while utilizing a refined 14nm+++ process. Pros for the new chip include slightly higher boost frequencies up to 5.0 GHz via Thermal Velocity Boost and native support for faster DDR4-2933 memory. However, cons include a...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
06/11/2019
Intel Core i7-10710U vs i7-9750H – You Decide

According to LaptopMedia, the Intel Core i7-10710U and i7-9750H comparison represents a direct trade-off between power efficiency and raw performance. Both 6-core processors, the 15W Comet Lake i7-10710U and the 45W Coffee Lake i7-9750H, offer similar configurations but serve different portability and performance needs. The i7-9750H is the performance leader, testing roughly 16%...Read more

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hardware.info
20/12/2019
Asus ROG Zephyrus M (2019) review: The best Zephyrus yet

The 2019 Asus ROG Zephyrus M GU502 features a refined, durable magnesium alloy design that departs from previous unconventional cooling layouts for a traditional, thinner chassis. It is praised for its portability, weighing just 1.9kg, and its mature aesthetic, while offering high-end 9th Gen Intel processors, RTX 2060/GTX 1660 Ti graphics, and excellent 144Hz/240Hz display options....Read more

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hardware.info
09/10/2019
What is it like to use a dual-screen laptop? Asus Zenbook Pro Duo UX581 review

The Hardware.info review of the ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581 highlights its innovative dual-screen setup, featuring a 15.6-inch 4K OLED display and a 14-inch "ScreenPad Plus" that offers exceptional color accuracy and functional multitasking for creative professionals. Packed with a high-end Intel Core i9-9980HK and NVIDIA RTX 2060, the laptop excels in performance for tasks like 4K...Read more

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tweakers.net
14/07/2019
Mobile GTX 1660 Ti and i7-9750H Review: Faster Hardware in an Erazer Suit

The Medion Erazer P15805 review highlights a high-performance, budget-friendly laptop featuring an Intel Core i7-9750H processor and an Nvidia GTX 1660 Ti graphics card. It boasts a 15.6-inch 144Hz IPS display and a mechanical RGB keyboard, providing excellent, fast-paced gaming performance that rivals higher-end laptops. While the system excels in raw power for its price point, it...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
22/05/2020
Intel Core i7-10750H vs Core i7-9750H - just a refresh

The Intel Core i7-10750H is a minor refresh of the i7-9750H, utilizing a refined 14nm+++ process to deliver identical 6-core/12-thread architecture, 12MB cache, and 45W TDP. Key improvements, or pros, include a higher 4.80 GHz base boost clock, up to 5.0 GHz with Thermal Velocity Boost, and support for faster DDR4-2933 RAM. However, the i7-10750H offers only a modest ~6% performance...Read more

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tweakers.net
13/01/2020
Intel NUC 9 Extreme Preview - Tweakers

The Intel NUC 9 Extreme ("Ghost Canyon") introduces a modular Compute Element, enabling discrete GPU support within a compact 5-liter chassis that features an internal 500W power supply. Featuring up to an 8-core i9-9980HK, dual SODIMM slots, and multiple M.2 NVMe connectors, this system aims to deliver high-end performance in an ultra-small form factor. Performance is a key...Read more

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